Black Sheep Coffee Roasters
El Salvador Los Pirineos Orange Bourbon

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Bishop, California
Rated 4.5 stars out of 5

4.50(3)

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Roast Level: Medium
Bean Source Country: El Salvador
Bean Source Region: Usulutan
Varietal: Orange Bourbon
Process: Natural

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4.50(3)

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    Victoria S-C

    608 roasts rated, avg score of 4.32

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    4.50 - Average

    Pretty good! Wouldnt be a bad every day drinker.
    10 months ago·See more from Victoria
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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1479 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30

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    4.50 - Balance

    I liked this coffee a lot as a New England cranberry person.

    I think you get a crisp, but not overwhelming cranberry note right at the front of the palate. Then some sweet orange, and back to the cranberry. Has a bit of a slight nuttiness to it. It's probably short a little bit of body, especially for a medium roast. It's easy to drink quickly.

    Cupping Method:My friend is a Black Sheep fan and has it delivered to Massachusetts. He shared some of the beans with me. I did it as pourover v60, 18:1 ratio. I did it at 199F and 195F and I thought the the lower temp was better (crisper acidity).

    10 months ago·See more from Theo
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    Scott Greenaway

    172 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26

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    4.50 - Balance

    This roast has a strong flavor and a light mouthfeel. Flavors run towards a tart orange, with a sweet acidity, and bit of a nuttiness. Well balanced and easy to drink.

    Cupping Method:Vietnamese drip, cream with no sweetener

    8 months ago·See more from Scott

More Details

Roast Level: Medium
Medium roast coffee balances the beans' natural flavors and the roasting process, providing a well-rounded taste profile. When selecting a medium roast, look for a balance of acidity and sweetness, with caramel, nuts, and chocolate notes and a medium body.
Bean Source Country: El Salvador
The unique flavor profiles of Salvadorian coffees often feature notes of chocolate, caramel, and tropical fruit, with bright acidity, making them a favorite among connoisseurs. The coffee-growing areas of El Salvador are characterized by volcanic slopes, high altitudes, and fertile soil, providing ideal conditions for the cultivation of high-quality coffee beans.
Bean Source Region: Usulutan
Usulután coffee is deeply influenced by the terroir of its eastern El Salvador origin, a region distinguished by its volcanic soils and a distinctive microclimate. These volcanic soils, rich in minerals and nutrients, lend Usulután beans a unique depth and complexity of flavor. The balance of rainfall, altitude, and the shadowing canopy of native trees further refine its character, producing a coffee that boasts a medium to full body with an undertone of chocolate and caramel. The mild citrus acidity can be attributed to the nuanced soil pH levels, while the silky mouthfeel is a testament to the perfect harmony of the region's climate and terrain.

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